Walla Walla University
Walla Walla College
College Place, Washington 99324-1198
Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Walla Walla University is a private institution in College Place with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,885 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,992.
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News & Alerts
Walla Walla University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
51.5%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,306
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (97)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
84%
- •84% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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Varsity Sports — Wolves
History & Fun Facts
- •Prescott became the first education secretary of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
- •The new school opened on December 7, 1892, named Walla Walla College, and Prescott was named the first president.
- •On the first day, Walla Walla College offered all education from elementary up to the first two years of college; total enrollment was 101, with six teachers.
- •White as closely as possible, and under his direction the school became the first to offer an exclusively vegetarian diet.
- •The school's first graduation was held in 1896; three students graduated.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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